Tag: Panama

U.S. Department of Defence Secretary, Peter Hegseth, has announced an expanded partnership between the U.S. and Panama.

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) is implementing necessary measures to refine its merchant fleet, ensuring that the vessels comply with international regulations and standards. 

Panama is set to cancel the registration of 128 ships that are sanctioned by the US, its allies, or the United Nations, according to Ramón Franco, the general director of the Panama Maritime Authority.

The Panama Canal Authority announced the launch of the NetZero Slot, a transit slot reserved only for vessels with low carbon emissions.

During a media discussion, Panama Canal's leaders outlined strategies to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.

Panama signed the United Nations Convention on the International Effects of Judicial Sales of Ships on 4 March 2025.

Panama has achieved 96.5% compliance with international standards in maritime safety and environmental protection.

Panama denied making any changes to allow U.S. government vessels to transit the Canal for free, contradicting claims made by the White House.

The President of the Republic of Panama responded after Donald's Trump inaugural address on 20 January, about control of the Panama Canal.

The tanker played a pivotal role in a search and rescue mission, coordinated with the Greek Coast Guard, to save a distressed vessel.